When you love your home but the current space no longer suits you, a home addition and remodel might be a better choice than finding a new house. That was the case for our clients in La Grange. These homeowners were referred to LaMantia architect Gail Cabala-Lowry, NCARB by a previous client, and she helped … Continued

Do you find yourself frequently looking around your kitchen and thinking, “I really wish this space had a different layout and more storage”? Or maybe there’s a constant refrain of, “It would be better if my kitchen was open to the rest of the living space” playing in your head. Whatever the reason, updating the … Continued

When it comes to home renovations, you have two options: beauty or function. Your living room can be wonderfully put together, but you don’t need it to work too hard. Your laundry room is there for one purpose, so the design needs to focus on utility. But is there a way to have both? Can … Continued

When you bought your current home, it likely suited your needs in terms of layout and space. As life goes on, though, you may find yourself feeling more cramped and quickly running out of room. Maybe your family is growing or perhaps a parent is coming to live with you. Whatever the reason, you might … Continued

When you’re having a bathroom renovation or kitchen remodel done at home, every detail matters. You want the room to match your personal aesthetic and the overall look of your house, and each detail should complement the others. This includes everything from countertops to fixtures to the color of your cabinets. Two popular options for … Continued

Kitchens are the heart of the home in almost every house, so having the perfect kitchen really helps to make a home feel complete. LaMantia’s artistic client in Forest Park had a modest-sized kitchen and dining area that didn’t offer enough storage for their needs and didn’t match their style or taste. The homeowner’s love … Continued

Our Park Ridge clients first learned about our services through a seminar that LaMantia Kitchen & Bath Designer Sally Mauery hosted in the area. Their current kitchen wasn’t original to their home, but it was outdated and didn’t function well for a family of four, including two teenage boys. An Outdated, Ineffective Kitchen The cabinets … Continued

If you want feature character and charm throughout your remodeled home in the Chicago suburbs, opting for non-traditional interior double doors is a great way to do that. Normally, standard wooden doors are placed into every doorway, but you have other options — French doors and pocket doors for example. Let’s take a look at … Continued

One of the most fun parts of a bathroom renovation or remodel is figuring out all of the details, from where you want the toilet and vanity to which finishes will complete the look. A major consideration you’ll come across during your bathroom project is the tub vs. shower. If you love taking baths, then, … Continued

Before starting any type of remodeling project, it’s important to prepare your home. Even small projects require preparation, so you need to know what steps to take to have a successful home remodeling experience in the Chicagoland suburbs that is free of setbacks or delays. 1. Do Your Research If you’re at the very beginning … Continued